The patient is to have Cefdinir oral suspension 0.375 g PO twice a day. How many milliliters will the
nurse give to the patient with each dose?
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CEFDINIR for
Oral Suspension USP
250 mg/5 mL SAMPLE
Each 5 mL contains 250 mg cefdinir after reconstitution.
12 only
SHAKE WELL BEFORE USING.
Keep bottle tightly closed. Any unused portion must
be discarded 10 days after mixing.
RECONSTITUTE WITH 49 mL WATER
60 mL (when reconstituted)
TEVA
This bottle contains 3 g cefdinir. Do not accept if seal over bottle opening
is broken or missing.
Store dry powder and reconstituted suspension at
20 to 25°C (68° to 77°F) [See USP Controlled Room Temperature].
Use within 10 days. SHAKE WELL BEFORE EACH USE.
KEEP THIS AND ALL MEDICATIONS OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN.
Usual Dosage: Children - 14 mg/kg/day in a single dose or in two
divided doses, depending on age, weight, and type of infection. See
package insert for full prescribing information.
DIRECTIONS FOR RECONSTITUTION: Prepare suspension at time of
dispensing by adding a total of 49 mL water to the bottle. Tap bottle
to loosen the powder, then add about half the water, and shake. Add
the remaining water and shake to complete suspension. This provides
60 mL of suspension.